One of the exquisite pieces of Bvlgari’s exhibit is from their “en cabochon” collections; this age-old technique of rounding and polishing was embraced by the jeweler to become a hallmark of the Bvlgari brand
How to Stay Cool While Gifting Yourself With a Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience…
As the summer heat continues to soar in the Texas area, we are all looking for a cool recluse to get away from it all. There is no finer treat in town than to gift yourself with the treat of visiting the Bvlgari exhibit at the Museum of Natural Science in Houston. Bvlgari and the Museum have jointly staged this exhibit showcasing Bvlgari: 130 Years of Masterpieces, an exhibit of approximately 150 sizable pieces of jewelry from Bvlgari’s Heritage Collection, taken both from corporate headquarters in Rome and private collections. Personally, I was unable to make it when it first opened in May but after a private viewing last week for myself and my team, I learned so much and am more excited than ever to share this incredible experience with everyone. It opened in May but you have until October 5, 2014 to visit and I expect a mad rush there toward the end, as it is truly something not to be missed!
Why Houston?
“Because the Houston Museum of Natural Science is home to one of the finest collections of natural gem crystals in the world, I have a deep appreciation for the quality and diversity of the gems that Bulgari uses when creating their jewel masterpieces,” says Joel A. Bartsch, president of HMNS. Also, necklaces of two of Houston’s most celebrated icons will also be on loan for the exhibit…those of Lynn Wyatt and Joanne King Herring. Bulgari USA President, Alberto Festa, was quoted as saying “Houston and Bulgari have enjoyed a romance with each other. Texas women embody the same qualities of beauty and strength that inspire our designs, and the newly renovated store in the Galleria will reflect that symbiotic relationship.” Please also visit the new store on Level II of Houston’s Galleria.
Spectacular Necklace in Gold with Diamonds, 1954
Necklace and Earrings in Platinum with Emeralds and Diamonds, 1961
One of Bvlgari’s signatures, the Serpenti Collection… Assorted Snake Bracelet Watches, 1962-1967
Another Bvlgari Signature, the Monete Collection of Historically Ancient Gold Coins, 1970
Necklace in Gold with Emeralds, Amethysts, Citrines, Pink Tourmalines, Sapphires, and Diamonds, 1991
Bib Necklace in Gold with Multicolor Sapphires and Diamonds, 2005
Celebrity Pieces….Bvlgari has a long cemented its status as the preeminent jeweler to the Stars
Juliette Binoche/ Convertible Necklace in Platinum with Diamonds, 1938
The sides of this necklace can be separated into two bracelets, two elongated plaque dress clips, the central pendant can be worn on a bangle as its centerpiece, and the back clip can be worn as a brooch with appropriate fittings.
Jessica Alba/ Pendent Earrings in Platinum with Rubies and Diamonds, 1955
Jennifer Aniston/ Necklace in Platinum with Diamonds, 1930
Naomi Watts, in H-town for the exhibit opening, is the current Ambassador for Bvlgari; Necklace in Gold with Diamonds, 1993
Gisele Bundchen/ Lucea Necklace in White Gold with Pave Setting, 1998
Julianne Moore/ Sautoir in Gold with Yellow Sapphire, Tiger’s Eye, Citrines and Diamonds, 1973
Keira Knightley/ Necklace with matching Pendent Earrings in Yellow Gold, with Cabochon Emeralds, Rubies, and Sapphires highlighted with Brilliant Cut Diamonds, 1967
Dame Elizabeth Taylor, clearly Bvlgari’s greatest Ambassador of their Jewels
The Museum and Bvlgari devoted a private room to Elizabeth, her jewels and her films. To quote the Houston Chronicle, who in their early event coverage discussed Elzabeth Taylor and her love for Bvlgari jewels, states, “Richard Burton once quipped that Elizabeth Taylor knew only ONE Italian word: Bulgari.”
Elizabeth Taylor/ Tremblant Brooch in Platinum with Yellow and Cognac-colored Diamonds, 1959
Elizabeth Taylor is pictured above wearing the same Tremblant Brooch but instead in a turban and then in an up-do.